Profiles of the Core Team
Mr. Antaryami Nayak
MD & CEO
Current Role:
- Responsible for Business strategy, Expansion, and M&A activities at TIC to multiply shareholder value.
- Deals with various Regulatory and Government Bodies, ensuring compliance with set standards.
- Leads international collaborations, expansion, and diversification initiatives across multiple sectors.
- Oversees operations of Qualitek Labs Private Limited and Interstellar Testing Centre Private Limited (ITC Lab).
Experience:
- Extensive experience in the corporate world across the Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) industry and manufacturing sector.
- Served as Regional Finance Director – South Asia & South East Asia at Bureau Veritas (CPS), leading M&A, growth strategy, and operational excellence.
- Held CFO positions at Titan Company Limited and Avery Dennison.
- Drove business expansion across South Asia and Southeast Asia (14 countries).
- Cost Accountant; Postgraduate in International Business.
Past Experience:
Kamal Grover
Executive Director
Current Role:
- Strategic Business Development & Revenue Growth
- New Markets & Business Expansion
- Key Corporate & Government Relationships
- Food, Agriculture & Life Sciences
- Laboratory Turnkey Solution & Operations & Management
- Public–Private Partnership and Government Laboratory Projects
- Inspection & Compliance Solutions
- Strategic Partnerships & Collaborations
- Development of New Testing Capabilities and Service Verticals
Experience:
- Overall, 25 years of industry experience.
- Former Regional Sales Head – Avery Dennison
- Former Business Development Head – Bureau Veritas
- Earlier professional experience with UFlex Limited
- Extensive experience in developing large corporate accounts and long-term institutional relationships.
Past Experience:
Mangesh Bhosale
Executive Director
Current Role:
- Leads the Automotives, Electrical & Electronics, and Energy segments at TIC.
- Oversees operations, business management, and product development.
- Manages key accounts, test setup development, and Green Field projects.
Experience:
- Over 22 years of leadership experience across reputed organisations, including Daimler AG, Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI), L&T and Bureau Veritas.
- Proven track record of driving profitability through innovative solutions in the automotive industry.
- Holds a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, B.E., and M.E. in Automotive Engineering.
Past Experience:
Navneet Gupta
CFO
Current Role:
- Leads finance for TIC Group.
- Handles Financial Reporting, Analysis, Budgeting, Planning.
Experience:
- CA with 12+ years in Finance, Cost Management, and Reporting.
- Worked at Bureau Veritas, British Telecom, KPMG, HT Media.
- Holds Masters in Financial Analysis & PGDBA (Finance).
Past Experience:
ARUP JANA
Associate Director
Current Role:
- Managing IAC (Inspection, Audit & Certification) business including MRM (Mineral, Rare Earth & Metal) of Qualitek Labs Limited.
- Responsible for business growth and expansion globally, including India.
- Managing relationships with all stakeholders.
Experience:
- More than 25 years of experience in Business Development & Operations.
- Former Head of Certification in Business Assurance with SGS India Pvt. Ltd.
- Worked with Johnson Diversey India Pvt. Ltd. and Ion Exchange India Ltd.
- Worked as a Chemist with GTZ India Pvt. Ltd.
Past Experience:
MR. YESURATHNAM NOSINA
Vice President - Business Development
Current Role:
- SBU Head – PACM (Pharmaceuticals, Ayurveda, Cosmetics & Medical Devices) Business across India, covering Panchkula, Bhubaneswar, Himachal Pradesh and Bengaluru for ITC & Qualitek.
- Responsible for business development, with technical expertise in Nitrosamine Testing, Extractables & Leachable studies, data analysis, and investigations.
Experience:
- Over 27 years of experience in Business Development, Techno-Commercial, AR&D, QA and CQA in the pharmaceutical industry.
- Experienced in handling major regulatory inspections, including USFDA, MHRA, WHO and Health Canada.
Past Experience:
Kamesh K. RATHEE
Associate Vice President
Current Role:
- Leading EWS (Environment, Water & Sustainability) business for Interstellar Testing Centre Private Limited and Qualitek Labs Limited, with responsibility for business strategy, growth, operations, and market expansion.
- Responsible for driving business growth and expansion across domestic and international markets.
- Managing relationships with all stakeholders, including customers, industry partners, regulatory bodies, internal leadership, and other strategic stakeholders.
Experience:
- Business Leader with over 15 years of extensive experience, predominantly within the Testing, Inspection & Certification (TIC) industry, driving business growth, sales & marketing, business development, commercial & tendering, key account management, and strategic initiatives across India and international market.
- Strong experience in leading multicultural and cross-functional teams and developing customer-centric business strategies to achieve sustainable revenue and market growth.
Past Experience:
Profile of Our Promoter
Mr. Antaryami Nayak
MD & CEO
Current Role:
- Responsible for Business strategy, Expansion, and M&A activities at TIC to multiply shareholder value.
- Deals with various Regulatory and Government Bodies, ensuring compliance with set standards.
- Leads international collaborations, expansion, and diversification initiatives across multiple sectors.
- Oversees operations of Qualitek Labs Private Limited and Interstellar Testing Centre Private Limited (ITC Lab).
Experience:
- Extensive experience in the corporate world across the Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) industry and manufacturing sector.
- Served as Regional Finance Director – South Asia & South East Asia at Bureau Veritas (CPS), leading M&A, growth strategy, and operational excellence.
- Held CFO positions at Titan Company Limited and Avery Dennison.
- Drove business expansion across South Asia and Southeast Asia (14 countries).
- Cost Accountant; Postgraduate in International Business.
Past Experience:
Mr. Alok Kumar Agarwal
FCA, IP
Current Role:
- Drives business strategy and long-term vision, focusing on growth, automation, and digitalisation in the TIC industry.
- Mentors teams and oversees operations to ensure alignment with organisational goals and desired outcomes.
- Promotes a people-first culture, empowering employees and encouraging knowledge sharing.
- Associated with TIC Services and promoter of ventures including ASC, BSP, and multiple start-ups.
Experience:
- Over 25 years of experience in Finance and Taxation, with expertise in Direct & Indirect Taxation, Corporate Finance, RBI regulations, and Auditing.
- Recognised for developing high-quality business strategies aligned with short-term and long-term objectives.
- Instrumental in setting up and scaling ASC to new heights.
- Author of ‘All India Taxes, A Ready Referencer’ and ‘All India VAT Ready Reckoner’, consolidating multiple tax laws into single resources.
- Renowned speaker, having conducted lectures and seminars on Taxation, Corporate Finance, RBI regulations, and Auditing.
Kamal Grover
Executive Director
Current Role:
- Strategic Business Development & Revenue Growth
- New Markets & Business Expansion
- Key Corporate & Government Relationships
- Food, Agriculture & Life Sciences
- Laboratory Turnkey Solution & Operations & Management
- Public–Private Partnership and Government Laboratory Projects
- Inspection & Compliance Solutions
- Strategic Partnerships & Collaborations
- Development of New Testing Capabilities and Service Verticals
Experience:
- Overall, 25 years of industry experience.
- Former Regional Sales Head – Avery Dennison
- Former Business Development Head – Bureau Veritas
- Earlier professional experience with UFlex Limited
- Extensive experience in developing large corporate accounts and long-term institutional relationships.
Past Experience:
Mangesh Bhosale
Executive Director
Current Role:
- Leads the Automotive, Electrical & Electronics, and Energy segments at TIC.
- Oversees operations, business management, and product development.
- Manages key accounts, test setup development, and greenfield projects.
Experience:
- Over 22 years of leadership experience across reputed organisations, including Daimler AG, Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI), L&T and Bureau Veritas.
- Proven track record of driving profitability through innovative solutions in the automotive industry.
- Holds a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, B.E., and M.E. in Automotive Engineering.
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